(almost) barefoot experiences

[Scadian]

I was introduced to these shoes by a friend of mine. I like the fit and feel of them. I am a sprinter by nature and often go out too hard! The day after I workout (usually 1-2k) in these, my calves hurt. I have been away on course and forgot them at home, but will get back into using them.
I will let you know how it turns out!
I have noticed that heel strike becomes very uncomfortable! I have the KSO. It is definitely more comfortable to run on other surfaces but running on pavement isn't too bad (when running on my toes).
James

[Habs4ever]

I've been experimenting with barefoot running on my treadmill. I was having knee issues and found when I run barefoot my knee doesn't hurt. The only problem I found was that I get a blister on the bottom of the toe next to my big toe. I presume that it's from rubbing on the treadmill track, so I might try and find those neoprene booties.
I like the feel of barefoot running, and hope to do more of it.

[VDoT]

I used my Vibrams at the gym today for my warm up on the TM and then for my weight routine. I found it a very interesting. I got lots of strange looks from lots of men and women. However, not one guy approached me and asked about them. But, I had 8 different women come and ask me about my shoes.

I still haven't gone above 20 minutes in them yet. For now, I am trying to run 3 times a week in them. I ran 21k on Sunday (in regular shoes) and I think I am running more on my forefoot even in my regular shoes. My calves were quite sore after the 21k and that hasn't happened to me before.